Area Sales Manager - North London and Hertfordshire

Area Sales Manager Travis Perkins have an exciting opportunity for a Area Sales Manager within Birchwood Price Tools (BPT) in Nottingham. You will be responsible for the development of profitable sales from both new and existing customers within a defined area geography ( North London and Hertfordshire ) and to maximise the sales and profit from those customers by delivering sales against target. The role: As an Area Sales Manager for BPT you will develop and build the Area Sales customer base through liaison with proprietors, partners and directors of independent local businesses. You will support key accounts within designated area to achieve strategic goals , develop and execute an effective call matrix / cycle which optimises time spent with customers and ensures thorough and regular coverage of the assigned geographic area. You will also ensure that all opportunities to develop business within the territory are utilised on a regular basis (e.g. sales leads, existing & new sites, local media and branch initiated leads). Work in close liaison with the Internal Sales team and branches to target new and existing customers and to direct necessary resources into generating profitable sales from those opportunities. When it comes to new and existing accounts you will ensure that customer terms are agreed and all documentation is signed off and put together comprehensive action plans and initiatives . What we’re looking for: As a Area Sales Manager you will come from a strong negotiating sales environment with a proven success in sales. Would will have a excellent understanding of Strategic Account Management and be an excellent communicator who is commercially aware . You will have the ability to network and build trusted relationships within the industry. Industry/Sector/product knowledge would be desirable but certainly not essential, be self motivated and have a strong desire to succeed. Who We are: Birchwood Price Tools (BPT) is a leading manufacturer and wholesaler of workwear, power tools, hand tools and site equipment. It’s renowned for developing successful and popular trade brands including Scruffs (workwear), Defender (site power and lighting), and Van Vault (secure storage). With over 40 years experience and a fast-growing portfolio of leading trade brands, this unique business continues to stay at the forefront of the market with the latest innovative products, and highly effective marketing campaigns. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/75362512